Happy birthday! Daniel Brühl turns 48 today

By Lori Macatee
Berlin
Last updated on June 16, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 48 on Tuesday, Jun. 16, 2026.

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Daniel Brühl is celebrating his 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Daniel Brühl (Inglourious Basterds, Good Bye, Lenin!, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Brühl, a cultural icon

Born Daniel César Martín Brühl González Domingo in Barcelona on June 16, 1978, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Brühl's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Daniel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Daniel Brühl as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 48.

Happy Birthday, Daniel, you're the best!